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About The Role

The Bridgewater Fire Department Band (BFD Band) works in partnership with the Town of Bridgewater and Bridgewater Fire Department.

We are looking for a Music Director to schedule and conduct rehearsals for primary ensembles. As the Music Director, you provide artistic leadership and musical direction for a well-respected volunteer ensemble. The BFD Band has a long-standing tradition since 1868 for community service, ceremonial participation, and public performance.

Primary Responsibilities

• Schedule and conduct rehearsals for primary ensembles
• Prepare musicians for approved performances and community events
• Assess prospective members and recommend suitable ensemble placement
• Select appropriate music from existing library and recommend additional acquisitions
• Support volunteer leadership in performance scheduling, planning, and event logistics
• Develop and train marching/ceremonial ensemble capabilities as appropriate
• Encourage a respectful culture of teamwork, professionalism, and musical growth
• Represent the Band professionally within the community and relevant music associations

Minimum Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to motivate and guide volunteers

• Bachelor of Music degree or equivalent education and professional experience

• Demonstrated conducting experience

• Professional level instrumental performance experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in music or equivalent education and professional experience
• Experience conducting concerts and marching bands with varied instrumentation
• Experience working with volunteer or community-based ensembles
• Supervisory or leadership experience with ensemble directors or section leaders
• Physical fitness suitable for parade and outdoor performance duties
• Familiarity with firefighting, prevention, first aid, rescue and related service culture or ceremonial traditions

Interested in this opportunity?

We provide an honorarium of $550 per month. Short listed candidates may be invited to lead a brief rehearsal as part of the selection process. If you are interested in applying, you can apply online or email your cover letter and resume to: admin@bfdband.com. If you email your resume and cover letter, please indicate Application - Music Director in the subject line.

Deadline to apply is May 29, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.